Some dogs are not very picky when it comes to food. We should therefore make sure that they don't get hold of food that doesn't agree with them. These include poultry bones, raw pork and garlic.
Toxic for dogs
Most dogs are very interested when something is being prepared in the kitchen. They should not be given anything at the table to prevent them from begging. In the kitchen, however, it can happen that something falls down. It is therefore important to know what your dog can and cannot eat.
These foods are not suitable for dogs
- Raw pork
Dogs love meat and this should make up a large part of their diet. If pork is heated, as is the case with canned and dry food, it can be fed without hesitation. In its raw state, however, there are dangers: Raw pork can contain the Aujeszky's virus. It is not dangerous for us, but an infection can be fatal for dogs! Raw pork should therefore be strictly avoided. - Raw poultry meat
Eating raw poultry meat can also be dangerous: It can have bacteria and parasites that can lead to diarrhea and vomiting, among other things. To be on the safe side, therefore, not only pork but also poultry should only be fed when cooked. - Garlic
Garlic is considered to be very healthy for humans. Garlic contains sulphur compounds that can cause the destruction of red blood cells (anemia). This applies to both raw and cooked garlic. Garlic should therefore be avoided. - Raw potatoes and other nightshade plants
Raw potatoes, green tomatoes and eggplants contain solanine. This substance is also toxic to humans in large quantities. Potatoes in particular must never be fed raw. Cooking destroys the solanine, which is why potatoes are then very well tolerated by dogs. - Bones
You should be careful with bones: This applies above all to tubular bones, such as those found in ducks, deer and stags. There is a risk of splintering when chewing, which can lead to injuries in the dog's throat. The risk is particularly high if the bones have been cooked or grilled, as they are then very brittle. Raw bones from veal, on the other hand, are well tolerated by dogs. However, ingesting too many bones can lead to bone faeces (blockages). Therefore, no more than 10 g of bones per kilo of body weight per day should be exceeded. - Chocolate
It should be clear to everyone that chocolate is not for dogs. This is because chocolate contains theobromine, which is toxic to dogs. The higher the cocoa content in a chocolate, the higher the theobromine content. Chocolate should therefore never be left lying around and should not be used as a treat. Eating it can cause digestive problems, circulatory problems and, in the worst case, death. For small dog breeds such as Chihuahuas, one or two chocolate bars are enough to cause poisoning. - Avocado
They do not belong on the menu for dogs. As avocados are so healthy for us humans, someone might get the idea of mixing them into their food. Better not, because avocados contain persin, which is poisonous to dogs. This can lead to diarrhea, vomiting, restlessness and breathing difficulties in dogs. - Raisins, grapes and nuts
On a low living room table, raisins, grapes and nuts may be quite easy for a dog to reach. However, since eating them is harmful, it is better to keep them out of reach. Grapes and raisins can cause diarrhea, vomiting and stomach cramps in dogs. A distinction must be made between nuts: Hazelnuts and Brazil nuts as well as cashews can be given in smaller quantities. Unripe or fresh walnuts from the tree may contain a fungal toxin. Macadamia nuts contain the toxin amygdalin, which causes vomiting and fever in dogs.
What to do if your dog has eaten something harmful?
If you have caught your dog eating something forbidden, you should watch him carefully. Under no circumstances should you try to make your dog vomit using any household means. In the event of vomiting, diarrhea, heavy salivation, tremors or convulsions, you should take your dog to a vet immediately.